The Seymour Duncan Nazgûl is a high–output passive humbucker engineered specifically for extended–range metal in down–tuned and seven–string configurations. Designed and manufactured in the USA, this bridge–position pickup uses a ceramic magnet and overwound coil design to deliver searing treble attack, aggressive midrange grind, and controlled low–end response that remains articulate even in drop tunings. The DC resistance measures 16.7k, placing it firmly in high–output territory while maintaining the dynamic response and note separation that passive designs are known for.
The pickup ships with four–conductor shielded cable, enabling coil–splitting and series/parallel wiring options beyond standard humbucker operation. Ceramic magnets provide the magnetic field strength needed to capture the tension and attack of heavier gauge strings common in seven–string applications. The Nazgûl's voicing emphasises upper harmonic content and compressed mids that cut through high–gain amplification without turning muddy, while the tight bass response keeps palm–muted chugging defined. Black cover and mounting hardware maintain a stealth aesthetic on modern extended–range instruments.
Features
- High–output passive humbucker designed for bridge position seven–string guitars
- DC resistance of 16.7k for aggressive output and harmonic saturation
- Ceramic magnet construction delivers tight bass and cutting treble response
- Four–conductor shielded cable enables coil–splitting and wiring options
- Voiced for down–tuned and extended–range modern metal applications
- USA designed and manufactured construction throughout
- Black cover and mounting hardware included
- Passive mount configuration requires no battery or active preamp



